Hanse 415 vs 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 415 | 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2011–2017 | 2007–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.40 m (40.7 ft) | 11.86 m (38.9 ft) |
| LWL | 10.90 m (35.8 ft) | 10.30 m (33.8 ft) |
| Beam | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) | 7,600 kg (16,755 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,650 kg (5,842 lbs) | 2,400 kg (5,291 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 73.0 m² (786 ft²) | 62.0 m² (667 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 310 L (81.9 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 415 and 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 415 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The Hanse 415 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the Hanse 415 measures 12.40m (40.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.96m, compared to the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS at 11.86m (38.9ft) with a 3.76m beam. The Hanse 415 is 0.54m longer than the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS. The Hanse 415 displaces approximately 12% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 415 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.81 and 73.0 m² of sail area. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS, with an SA/D of 16.30 and 62.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Hanse 415 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 415 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS has a comfort ratio of 17.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 31.2% for the Hanse 415 and 31.6% for the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 415 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 310L of water capacity and 170L of fuel. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 250L water and 120L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The Hanse 415 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hanse 415 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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